travel resources
Let’s get down to business. There are so many services, apps, sites, and search engines for travel.
I’ve compiled my favorites so that you can use the ones that work best for you.
I included all of the big names you’ve probably heard of, but also some unique ones too…
FLIGHTS
Cheap flight deals:
SCOTT’S CHEAP FLIGHTS
All you do is create an account (there’s a free version and a premium) and set your home airport(s). Then you’ll receive emails with super cheap flight deals to all over the world!
AIRFARE WATCHDOG
Another great flight deal site. Just plug in your home airport, where you’re flying to (or choose anywhere), and your email address. You’ll immediately start getting emails with awesome flight deals.
SECRET FLYING
Secret Flying publishes flight deals, sales, and error fares daily. They’re for specific routes and specific dates so if you’re REALLY spontaneous, this one will save you a ton of money.
Search engines:
GOOGLE FLIGHTS
Google Flights is a search tool that will give you all kinds of information. The flexible calendar will give you the cheapest dates to fly, or you can let the system tell YOU where to go– Under Explore you can set parameters and the system will give you prices of flights all over the map!
KAYAK
KAYAK searches hundreds of travel sites to give you the lowest prices. Their flexible calendar tells you which days are the best to fly, you can set alerts for a specific flight, and you have a crazy amount of filters to search by so you can get the exact flight you want.
KIWI
Kiwi includes all kinds of ways to get you to your destination- including planes, buses, and trains – plus it combines airlines who don’t normally partner. Kiwi will make sure you get there, any way it can!
For on the plane:
SEATGURU
You gotta check Seatguru out before you choose your seats. It’s filled with seat maps, insider tips, plane information, and on-flight guides on amenities offered.
LODGING
Hotels and Private Rentals:
BOOKING.COM
Booking includes over 28 million listings in 225 countries from a small bed and breakfast to a luxury resort, including rentals. You can subscribe to get sent secret deals too.
VRBO
Great for big groups, VRBO offers all kinds of rentals like beach houses, cabins, or condos in the best locations. A lot of them offer homey amenities too (like beach gear!)
Unique accommodations:
GLAMPING HUB
If you love to camp in luxury, Glamping Hub lets you explore through all types of unique outdoor accommodations from cabins and safari tents to teepees and glamping pods.
ROVER PASS
For the RV family, Rover Pass makes it easy to search and compare RV parks and campgrounds across the country. They also have a dedicated staff to help you book one.
TRANSPORTATION
RENTALCARS.COM
The search engine for rental cars. It provides prices for multiple car rental agencies in your destination.